Huston Township
Ecosystem Overview
The Huston Township ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 19 taxonomic genera. Located in centre county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While State College nearby has 80% more documented species, Huston Township offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #18 for species diversity among 39 centre county County natural areas, placing it in the 54th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 20 total documented species.
Araniella displicata
sixspotted orb weaver
Nephrotoma lugens
Epiphragma fasciapenne
Laphria flavicollis
Pyrrharctia isabella
Isabella Tiger Moth
Pseudoxenetus regalis
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Bonasa umbellus
Ruffed grouse
Tringa flavipes
lesser yellowlegs
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Gaultheria procumbens
Mountain-Tea
Kalmia latifolia
Mountain-Laurel
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
Andropogon gerardi
Blue-Stem-Grass
Phalaropus tricolor
wilson’s phalarope
Umbilicaria mammulata
Dryopteris intermedia
Intermediate Wood Fern
Phalaropus lobatus
red-necked phalarope
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Apioperdon pyriforme
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Centre County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Huston Township. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Huston Townshipwithin Centre County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.